The Opportunity at Castle Point Borough Council
Our vision is to create a modern Council, characterised by a dedicated and motivated workforce, which places residents and customers at the heart of everything they do.
Castle Point Borough Council is changing. We are transforming and modernising to ensure the authority meets the local government challenges of both today and tomorrow. At the heart of this transformation is a full organisation redesign. Starting at the top and working right through the organisation, we are restructuring the officer core and reimagining the way we deliver our services.
Transformation of this kind requires great leadership, and we are seeking strategic and creative senior leaders who can enthuse their colleagues, drive forward change, and deliver for our communities. In return you will have the opportunity to play a vital role in helping shape our Borough’s future by and overseeing the design of how we deliver our services.
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Castle Point Borough Council has commissioned Essex County Council to provide recruitment services
A message from our CEO
“Welcome and thank you for your interest in our Council and our new senior roles.
These are pivotal jobs for us at Castle Point. We have an ambitious transformation programme that will modernise the Council and invest in the development of our staff and the deployment of new technology as well as focussing our services around the needs and experiences of our residents and customers.
So if you think you know Castle Point, then think again. Castle Point is changing. These new roles will help to shape the future of the authority and the Borough in a way not often seen in public sector jobs.
I hope the information on this microsite provides you with all you need to know about the roles, our Council and our ambitions for change. Transformation is often an overused term in local government, but here at Castle Point it’s really what we are about. So if innovation, creativity and opportunity excites you, and you’re ready for the challenge, then I look forward to receiving your application.”
Angela Hutchings, Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
A warm welcome from our Leader
“We are at the start of a process of organisation redesign and are seeking people who can deliver our vision, achieve our objectives and lead and support our staff to achieve their potential.
Our focus is our residents and delivering for them. As a coalition administration of independent parties we are proud that we are not influenced by the national party politics dominating local government. We have been given a strong mandate by our residents and within a year we have begun to bring about significant change.
We know that if we are to continue to deliver in the years to come, we must structure our Council so that it is modern; dynamic in the way it delivers services and cost effective in the way it operates.
Our coalition took office with a pledge to deliver the best for our residents. If you believe you can play a key role in achieving this ambition we welcome your application.”
Dave Blackwell, Leader – Castle Point Borough Council
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Be part of the transformation – click on each option below to take a look at our available positions:
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Director – Commercial & Assets
Reporting to the Chief Executive, this key strategic role will provide clear, authentic and inspirational leadership and will work alongside the Chief Executive, Portfolio Holders and Elected Members, ensuring they receive high-quality advice on the development and delivery of the services in the Commercial and Operations portfolio and the income generation and other commercial opportunities of those services.
This pivotal role is at the forefront of the council’s change and organisation effectiveness agenda.
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Assistant Director – Performance, Policy, & Customer
Reporting to the Director, Corporate & Customer, this key role will provide clear, authentic, and inspirational leadership to the new Performance, Policy and Customer team. The postholder will be responsible for assessing opportunities to drive value for money, improve customer service, (both internal and external customers), to drive forward the organisational strategy and Member vision for Castle Point.
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Assistant Director – People and Engagement
Reporting to the Director, Corporate & Customer, this key role will provide clear, authentic and inspirational leadership to the new People and Engagement team. The postholder will be responsible for assessing opportunities to drive value for money, improve customer service, (both internal and external customers) to drive forward the organisational strategy and Member vision for Castle Point.
Castle Point Borough Council has commissioned Essex County Council to provide recruitment services
The place and council
On the doorstep of London, a short distance from iconic coastline and with an abundance of green space, Castle Point is at the heart of Essex. Good schools, thriving communities and comprehensive transport links make it a sought after place to live and great place to work.
Castle Point Borough Council covers the areas of Canvey Island, Benfleet, Thundersley and Hadleigh. The Council is one of the largest employers in the Borough with nearly 350 staff delivering over 150 separate council services.
Our plans for the future
Hear from our staff
“I have been in my team for 7 years and during that time have had the opportunity to progress into a managers role and have received the greatest support and training to fully equip me for my role.”
Jo Lane, Swim Academy & Activity Marketing Manager
“Since I have worked at Castle Point the team I work with has been brilliant, it is definitely one of the best things about working here. We pull together to help each other to reach our goals. We of course work hard but I love the fact we can have fun with it at the same time.”
Jonathan Vadden, Membership & Marketing Officer
“It’s a forward looking authority – always looking for ways to improve and advance its services so you never feel like you’re standing still.”
Stuart Jarvis, Street Scene & Contracts Manager
“I work with a great friendly team, and feel my opinions and suggestions are always taken on board. My manager truly supports me in both my current role and in my career progression.”
Lizzie Whitby, Electoral Services Administration Assistant
“Coming from the private sector, I was really pleased to discover the friendly and calm atmosphere in the council, as well as the fact that everyone is very helpful and happy to work with you.”
Jude Bennett, Social Media Officer
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Our benefits
At Castle Point Borough Council we take pride in offering a comprehensive range of excellent benefits designed to enhance your overall work experience, prioritise your well-being, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Flexible working hours: Monday to Thursday (08:45 to 17:15) and Friday (08:45 to 16:45) with a one-hour unpaid lunch break daily.
- Leisure Facilities: Free staff membership at Waterside Leisure Centre for swimming pool and fitness suite (not classes), and free swimming pool access at Runnymede Leisure Centre during lunchtimes.
- Car Parking: Free on-site car parking available at all Council locations.
- Pension Scheme: Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme, with the option to opt out.
- Eye Test and Spectacles: Subsidised eye tests and contribution to spectacles needed for display screen users every two years.
- Annual Leave: Minimum 23 days annual leave, plus two statutory days at Christmas, increasing to 26 + 2 days after 5 years of service.
- Post Entry Training: Opportunities for employees to undertake courses and training subject to finance and approval by the Head of Service.
- Professional Subscription: Payment of one annual subscription to an appropriate professional body if required for the post.
- Vine Extras: Discounts and cashback deals for major retailers available to staff through an online portal.
Further information
To learn more about Castle Point, visit the council website.
Castle Point Borough Council has commissioned Essex County Council to provide recruitment services